#BetterTogetherCA Archive

CATeacherSummit - Moderator Nov 14 @ 10:00 PM EST

Welcome to our chat about Optimal Learning Environments. Please introduce yourself, grade level, and student population #BetterTogetherCA

AnneChilders4 Nov 14 @ 10:01 PM EST

Hi all, I'm Anne Childers, instructional designer, former coach for all populations, as teacher I was in Watsonville, CA #BetterTogetherCA

CATeacherSummit - Moderator Nov 14 @ 10:02 PM EST

Welcome @AnneChilders4 we're happy to have you on with us! #BetterTogetherCA

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MarkHWall1 Nov 14 @ 10:02 PM EST

Mark Wall 8th Grade Science Student Population is SED and EL #BetterTogetherCA

CATeacherSummit - Moderator Nov 14 @ 10:03 PM EST

Great to have you @MarkHWall1 ! #BetterTogetherCA

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AnneChilders4 Nov 14 @ 10:03 PM EST

@MarkHWall1 Hi Mark, where do you teach? #BetterTogetherCA

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CATeacherSummit - Moderator Nov 14 @ 10:04 PM EST

Also, @MarkHWall1 can you tell the group what SED population is? #BetterTogetherCA

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CATeacherSummit - Moderator Nov 14 @ 10:04 PM EST

Q1: What do you know about #mindsets and how they influence teaching and learning? #BetterTogetherCA

CATeacherSummit - Moderator Nov 14 @ 10:05 PM EST

Ts @LArrowsmithWR and @MrsCox007 are you with us tonight? #BetterTogetherCA

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KochCarisa Nov 14 @ 10:06 PM EST

I loved Carol Dweck’s #mindsets book. Although, praising students for intelligence seems to be hard wired in me. #BetterTogetherCA

AnneChilders4 Nov 14 @ 10:07 PM EST

@KochCarisa, how do you incorporate growth mindset feedback? #BetterTogetherCA

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CATeacherSummit - Moderator Nov 14 @ 10:08 PM EST

Have you found any strategies for "checking yourself" with that praise? #BetterTogetherCA

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AnneChilders4 Nov 14 @ 10:08 PM EST

https://t.co/lkyXJqOvDU is a great resource for educators, parents and anyone interested in learning and application #BetterTogetherCA

CATeacherSummit - Moderator Nov 14 @ 10:09 PM EST

@MarkHWall1 have you found any strategies that work with ur population? #BetterTogetherCA

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KochCarisa Nov 14 @ 10:09 PM EST

good question. I try to emphasize learning from mistakes. #BetterTogetherCA

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AnneChilders4 Nov 14 @ 10:09 PM EST

there are lessons on celebrating mistakes @ https://t.co/1MIFtqtMul #BetterTogetherCA

KochCarisa Nov 14 @ 10:10 PM EST

No, I’d love suggestions, though. #BetterTogetherCA

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CATeacherSummit - Moderator Nov 14 @ 10:10 PM EST

@KochCarisa did you see that link @AnneChilders4 dropped in? https://t.co/Zr1jVEuRm1 #BetterTogetherCA

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KochCarisa Nov 14 @ 10:11 PM EST

Yes, Thank you! #BetterTogetherCA

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AnneChilders4 Nov 14 @ 10:11 PM EST

you can also praise the strategies tried in addition to the mistakes in order for students to strategize on next steps #BetterTogetherCA

CATeacherSummit - Moderator Nov 14 @ 10:11 PM EST

Q2: Tell us briefly how you feel the relationships in your classroom and school are going #BetterTogetherCA

AnneChilders4 Nov 14 @ 10:12 PM EST

Application of celebrating mistakes also applies to relationships!! #BetterTogetherCA

CATeacherSummit - Moderator Nov 14 @ 10:13 PM EST

@AnneChilders4 can you shed some light on how relationships can impact teaching & learning? #BetterTogetherCA

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AnneChilders4 Nov 14 @ 10:14 PM EST

Need to know students, have relationship, in order to plan and meet their needs- impacting teaching and learning #BetterTogetherCA

CATeacherSummit - Moderator Nov 14 @ 10:15 PM EST

Q3: How do u create positive relationships that are caring & respectful? How does ur mindset influence your relationships? #BetterTogetherCA

JenRoberts1 Nov 14 @ 10:16 PM EST

I've always known some students are more resilient than others; mindset helps explain why. #BetterTogetherCA

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AnneChilders4 Nov 14 @ 10:17 PM EST

@JenRoberts1 How do you build resilience in your students? #BetterTogetherCA

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CATeacherSummit - Moderator Nov 14 @ 10:17 PM EST

Hi @JenRoberts1 thanks for chiming in! #BetterTogetherCA

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uschmittingme Nov 14 @ 10:18 PM EST

I am an ed researcher not a tch, but my 4 gr son said 2day it's hard to show respect to tchs if they don't show it to him #BetterTogetherCA

CATeacherSummit - Moderator Nov 14 @ 10:18 PM EST

Have you found that life circumstance plays into Ss resilience as well? Can it be overcome with #mindset? #BetterTogetherCA

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CATeacherSummit - Moderator Nov 14 @ 10:19 PM EST

Seems like a pretty simple message right? As a parent. . how will u handle? #BetterTogetherCA

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AnneChilders4 Nov 14 @ 10:19 PM EST

@uschmittingme Great point. We all have to show it. We have to teach our students we are all leaders. #BetterTogetherCA

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LArrowsmithWR Nov 14 @ 10:21 PM EST

Just got here #BetterTogetherCA

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JenRoberts1 Nov 14 @ 10:21 PM EST

I try to show them they have more options than they realize & emphasize what the can choose and control. #BetterTogetherCA

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CATeacherSummit - Moderator Nov 14 @ 10:21 PM EST

Love this! When things are the most hectic, do u have strategies for making time to actively listen? #BetterTogetherCA

MarkHWall1 Nov 14 @ 10:19 PM EST

Being an active listener helps to establish healthy relationships and gives the student a chance to feel authenticated.
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AnneChilders4 Nov 14 @ 10:22 PM EST

@JenRoberts1 Yes. Multiple pathways allow teachers to meet the needs of diverse learners. #BetterTogetherCA

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CATeacherSummit - Moderator Nov 14 @ 10:22 PM EST

great to have you! Any tips on creating a safe learning environment for all Ss? #BetterTogetherCA

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JenRoberts1 Nov 14 @ 10:23 PM EST

I have found many students are resilient in spite of their situation. #BetterTogetherCA

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uschmittingme Nov 14 @ 10:23 PM EST

As a parent I have to help w SEL and communicate w sch. His T is great but I help him be prepared for substitutes, etc. #BetterTogetherCA

AnneChilders4 Nov 14 @ 10:24 PM EST

@MarkHWall1 Listening is key. We often underestimate abilities to listen and respond with empathy- takes practice! #BetterTogetherCA

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LArrowsmithWR Nov 14 @ 10:24 PM EST

I always close small group discussions with "Thank your group and head back to your seat." #BetterTogetherCA

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JenRoberts1 Nov 14 @ 10:24 PM EST

Often my more privileged students are most lacking in resilience and more likely to have fixed mindsets. #BetterTogetherCA

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AnneChilders4 Nov 14 @ 10:25 PM EST

@LArrowsmithWR - How do you support recognition of risk-taking within group discussions? #BetterTogetherCA

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AnneChilders4 Nov 14 @ 10:26 PM EST

@LArrowsmithWR maybe they could thank one another for effort, risk-taking and growth! #BetterTogetherCA

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CATeacherSummit - Moderator Nov 14 @ 10:27 PM EST

So do your more privileged students require more effort? Guess it depends on the end goal? #BetterTogetherCA

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JenRoberts1 Nov 14 @ 10:27 PM EST

Not just listening but learning. Giving my students a chance to teach me something helps a lot. #BetterTogetherCA

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LArrowsmithWR Nov 14 @ 10:27 PM EST

To your partner, "I think this might be the right answer. What do you think?" before whole class share #BetterTogetherCA

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AnneChilders4 Nov 14 @ 10:27 PM EST

@JenRoberts1 Yes, that circles back around to giving students ability to lead #BetterTogetherCA

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CATeacherSummit - Moderator Nov 14 @ 10:27 PM EST

Well said. Not going in with answers. #BetterTogetherCA

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CATeacherSummit - Moderator Nov 14 @ 10:28 PM EST

Q4: Have any of you co-created classroom design with students? What procedures do you develop with students? #BetterTogetherCA

JenRoberts1 Nov 14 @ 10:28 PM EST

It's a range. Sports metaphors help. You don't get better by sitting on the bench. Let's practice this. #BetterTogetherCA

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AnneChilders4 Nov 14 @ 10:29 PM EST

@LArrowsmithWR Yes, and help students identify what will help them take risks? #BetterTogetherCA

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AnneChilders4 Nov 14 @ 10:31 PM EST

@JenRoberts1 I make surfing analogies.. lots of crashes and missed waves but the persistence will get you on a wave! #BetterTogetherCA

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LArrowsmithWR Nov 14 @ 10:31 PM EST

Also, lots of discussions include "I wonder..." statements. Ss can work their way in to comments/answers #BetterTogetherCA

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JenRoberts1 Nov 14 @ 10:32 PM EST

All of my students know something better than I do. I let them teach me whenever I can. #BetterTogetherCA

AnneChilders4 Nov 14 @ 10:32 PM EST

@JenRoberts1 What a gift you give them! They learn to teach, that's the goal. #BetterTogetherCA

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MarkLoundy Nov 14 @ 10:33 PM EST

A4 One of my kinder teachers remade her room with her kids. Chairs remained out. #BetterTogetherCA https://t.co/JLXX5UcOJG

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CATeacherSummit - Moderator Nov 14 @ 10:34 PM EST

yes! #BetterTogetherCA

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AnneChilders4 Nov 14 @ 10:34 PM EST

@MarkLoundy Co-created environments, procedures, routines support safe and engaged interactions #BetterTogetherCA

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JenRoberts1 Nov 14 @ 10:35 PM EST

I can't use surfing. Too many associations w privilege and whiteness in my community. #BetterTogetherCA

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CATeacherSummit - Moderator Nov 14 @ 10:35 PM EST

I think we need to make a book of these quotes to share as our "mindset reminders" @LArrowsmithWR @JenRoberts1 @mark #BetterTogetherCA

AnneChilders4 Nov 14 @ 10:35 PM EST

@JenRoberts1 - Good call. Being culturally responsive. Thanks for call out. #BetterTogetherCA

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GiorgioLuvur Nov 14 @ 10:36 PM EST

Join @cateachersummit for a #BetterTogetherCA Twitter chat 2nite, 7-8pm PT. Topic: Creating Optimal Learning Environments

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CATeacherSummit - Moderator Nov 14 @ 10:36 PM EST

Q5: Have u incorporated self-directed learning opportunities in your class, and if so, what opportunities do you provide? #BetterTogetherCA

JenRoberts1 Nov 14 @ 10:36 PM EST

It's not that noble; a lot of the time they teach me things abt Snapchat. #BetterTogetherCA #slowlearner

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CATeacherSummit - Moderator Nov 14 @ 10:37 PM EST

Changing the physical space with input from Ss can be a very powerful message - in it 2gether #BetterTogetherCA

MarkLoundy Nov 14 @ 10:33 PM EST

A4 One of my kinder teachers remade her room with her kids. Chairs remained out. #BetterTogetherCA https://t.co/JLXX5UcOJG
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JenRoberts1 Nov 14 @ 10:38 PM EST

Your mileage my vary. I just know some of my students would feel marginalized. #BetterTogetherCA

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AnneChilders4 Nov 14 @ 10:38 PM EST

@JenRoberts1 Let them explain what they know, it's the process that builds skills, like you said about practice #BetterTogetherCA

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MarkLoundy Nov 14 @ 10:38 PM EST

A4 The chairs stayed out for the rest of the school year. #BetterTogetherCA https://t.co/JLXX5UcOJG

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CATeacherSummit - Moderator Nov 14 @ 10:38 PM EST

ur going to have to enlighten the rest of us then. Use it, play with it, still snapchat challenged :) #BetterTogetherCA

JenRoberts1 Nov 14 @ 10:36 PM EST

It's not that noble; a lot of the time they teach me things abt Snapchat. #BetterTogetherCA #slowlearner
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JenRoberts1 Nov 14 @ 10:39 PM EST

My school has an ocean view, but some students never get to the beach. That's literal not metaphorical. #BetterTogetherCA

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AnneChilders4 Nov 14 @ 10:40 PM EST

@JenRoberts1 I understand. I've had similar experience... #BetterTogetherCA

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LArrowsmithWR Nov 14 @ 10:41 PM EST

A5 After APUSH exam in May Student groups create and conduct their own Socratic Seminars #BetterTogetherCA

JenRoberts1 Nov 14 @ 10:41 PM EST

Define self-directed? #BetterTogetherCA

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CATeacherSummit - Moderator Nov 14 @ 10:42 PM EST

Agency for their own learning objectives and strategy. @AnneChilders4 ? #BetterTogetherCA

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JenRoberts1 Nov 14 @ 10:41 PM EST

Define self-directed? #BetterTogetherCA
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AnneChilders4 Nov 14 @ 10:43 PM EST

@JenRoberts1 The students have input for how they achieve and design their own learning #BetterTogetherCA

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JenRoberts1 Nov 14 @ 10:43 PM EST

A5: Ss project this week, pick 2 elements from your group novel, and create any art project that reflects the theme. #BetterTogetherCA

CATeacherSummit - Moderator Nov 14 @ 10:44 PM EST

CA Ts get it! thx to @jen #BetterTogetherCA

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AnneChilders4 Nov 14 @ 10:44 PM EST

@JenRoberts1 yes, you are guiding them to direct themselves within the learning outcome #BetterTogetherCA

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PhysEdApps Nov 14 @ 10:44 PM EST

A5) created QR codes linked to videos to demo to Ss how to learn Tinikling. Ss self pace their learning. #BetterTogetherCA

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AnneChilders4 Nov 14 @ 10:45 PM EST

@PhysEdApps Awesome. How do you support them in self-managing their learning goals? #BetterTogetherCA

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JenRoberts1 Nov 14 @ 10:46 PM EST

I've seen a range of opinions of what constitutes self-directed learning. #BetterTogetherCA

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PhysEdApps Nov 14 @ 10:46 PM EST

make sure to check in on their progress daily. Show S assessment criteria they will need to follow for unit #BetterTogetherCA

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AnneChilders4 Nov 14 @ 10:46 PM EST

@JenRoberts1 ... there's always a range of opinions!! What makes sense for your students? #BetterTogetherCA

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CATeacherSummit - Moderator Nov 14 @ 10:47 PM EST

@PhysEdApps https://t.co/KuPUxIBgUF I had to google it. #teachinginca #BetterTogetherCA

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AnneChilders4 Nov 14 @ 10:47 PM EST

@PhysEdApps Sounds like supportive system for teaching goal-setting! #BetterTogetherCA

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MsHicksTeach Nov 14 @ 10:48 PM EST

I provide a lot of cooperative learning opportunities. I've used stability balls for the past 5 years #bettertogetherca

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GiorgioLuvur Nov 14 @ 10:48 PM EST

#BetterTogetherCA

JenRoberts1 Nov 14 @ 10:49 PM EST

I try to give them chances to differentiate for themselves. Choices abt content, process, and product. #BetterTogetherCA

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PhysEdApps Nov 14 @ 10:50 PM EST

my playlist https://t.co/JAijhgdXns #BetterTogetherCA

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AnneChilders4 Nov 14 @ 10:50 PM EST

@JenRoberts1 What impact does that differentiation have on your students mindsets? #BetterTogetherCA

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CATeacherSummit - Moderator Nov 14 @ 10:51 PM EST

Q6: How do u leverage student strengths to support social emotional learning? Is it different than a cognitive strategy? #BetterTogetherCA

AnneChilders4 Nov 14 @ 10:51 PM EST

@MsHicksTeach What impact does the cooperative learning opportunities have on your student mindsets? #BetterTogetherCA

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CATeacherSummit - Moderator Nov 14 @ 10:52 PM EST

Q7: And do you provide multiple pathways for students to demonstrate learning? If so, how? #BetterTogetherCA

uschmittingme Nov 14 @ 10:53 PM EST

True, and scaffolding along that range may actually be important depending on the students #BetterTogetherCA

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Love2teachSS Nov 14 @ 10:53 PM EST

Join @cateachersummit for a #BetterTogetherCA Twitter chat 2nite, 7-8pm PT. Topic: Creating Optimal Learning Environments

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JenRoberts1 Nov 14 @ 10:54 PM EST

A lot. 90% of Ss tell me my class made them better writers. They can see their growth. It's powerful. #BetterTogetherCA

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AnneChilders4 Nov 14 @ 10:55 PM EST

@JenRoberts1 Writing powerful skill to build, it supports seeking other perspectives, which helps all! #BetterTogetherCA

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JenRoberts1 Nov 14 @ 10:55 PM EST

Many Ss are uncomfortable w self-directed projects at first. #BetterTogetherCA

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CATeacherSummit - Moderator Nov 14 @ 10:55 PM EST

His t is great even tho ur son doesn't feel respected? Can u elaborate? (in 140 characters :) #BetterTogetherCA

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CATeacherSummit - Moderator Nov 14 @ 10:56 PM EST

Q8: Last minute sharing about giving feedback that supports growth mindsets? #BetterTogetherCA

JenRoberts1 Nov 14 @ 10:58 PM EST

Comments on drafts in Google Docs FTW. #BetterTogetherCA

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JenRoberts1 Nov 14 @ 10:59 PM EST

Having students self evaluate their own work before they are "done" #BetterTogetherCA

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LArrowsmithWR Nov 14 @ 10:59 PM EST

A8 After peer editing "Because of what you noticed in my writing, I am going to..." #BetterTogetherCA